Guaco-Tacos

Cinco de Mayo - World Cuisine

Guacamole, beans, and homemade salsa combine to make a light, flavorful alternative to traditional tacos.

Brief

Prep 15 mins

Cook: 5 mins

Total: 20 mins

Servings: 6

Yield: 6 servings

Guaco-Tacos

Ingredients

1 (14.5 ounce) can whole tomatoes

drained

rinsed

patted dry

2 roma tomatoes

quartered

1 onion

chopped

divided

1 clove garlic

coarsely chopped

¼ cup fresh cilantro

½ jalapeno pepper

salt and pepper to taste

4 avocados

halved with pits removed

12 (6 inch) whole wheat tortillas

1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans

rinsed and drained

2 cups torn romaine lettuce

Super Nachos

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Directions

Step 1

Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

Combine the canned tomatoes fresh tomatoes 1/2 of the onion garlic cilantro and jalapeno in a food processor. Chop roughly; do not puree.

Step 3

Combine the pulp of the avocados and the remaining onion in a large bowl. Mash until almost smooth. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 4

Spread tortillas in a single layer on baking sheet. Place in oven until warm about 5 minutes. Spread tortillas with guacamole. Top with beans salsa and lettuce.

Nutritional Information

Guaco-Tacos

Servings Per Recipe:6

Calories: 455

% Daily Value *

Protein: 13.8g 28%

Carbohydrates: 70.1g 23%

Dietary Fiber: 19.1g 77%

Sugars: 4.9g

Fat: 21.1g 32%

Saturated Fat: 3g 15%

Vitamin A Iu: 1670.4IU 33%

Niacin Equivalents: 5.6mg 43%

Vitamin B6: 0.6mg 40%

Vitamin C: 30.8mg 51%

Folate: 168.2mcg 42%

Calcium: 98.1mg 10%

Iron: 4.2mg 23%

Magnesium: 106.9mg 38%

Potassium: 1105mg 31%

Sodium: 604.2mg 24%

Thiamin: 0.3mg 30%

Calories From Fat: 189.6

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Nutrition information is provided for reference only. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.